HP-10

The Gold Note HP-10 is a high-end headphone amplifier designed to deliver exceptional transparency, power and control with virtually any pair of headphones. Built around a fully balanced Dual-Mono Class A architecture, it has been engineered to preserve signal purity while revealing the detail, dynamics and tonal character of every recording.

Four headphone outputs provide excellent compatibility, with 3.5mm, 6.3mm, 4.4mm balanced and 4-pin XLR connections available from the front panel. Both RCA and balanced XLR analogue inputs are provided, allowing the HP-10 to integrate easily into a wide range of high-quality audio systems.

What sets the HP-10 apart is the degree of control it gives the listener. A range of adjustable analogue features allows its performance to be tailored to different headphones and personal preferences. These include variable gain and damping factor, adjustable crossfeed to create a more natural loudspeaker-like soundstage, Harman EQ, phase selection and mono or stereo operation. Importantly, these adjustments are carried out in the analogue domain, helping to maintain the integrity of the original signal.

A touchscreen display provides quick access to the HP-10’s extensive settings while keeping operation intuitive and straightforward. Despite its advanced functionality, the amplifier remains focused firmly on sound quality, delivering a spacious, controlled and highly resolving presentation with the refinement expected from a serious high-end headphone system.

The standard HP-10 is designed around analogue sources, while the HP-10 Deluxe expands its versatility with digital connectivity, including USB-C and Bluetooth aptX HD, together with an AKM AK4493 DAC. An optional Gold Note PSU-10 EVO external power supply also provides a further upgrade path for systems where maximum performance is required.

Beautifully finished in Gold Note’s distinctive Italian style, the HP-10 combines sophisticated engineering, extensive headphone compatibility and powerful adjustment options in a compact reference-quality component. It is an ideal choice for listeners looking to build a serious headphone system without compromising on musicality, control or flexibility.